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Ohio Football: ‘Cats Kick Off 2019 Against FCS Rhode Island
ATHENS, OH — When the 2019 Bobcats take the field for the first time on Saturday afternoon, it won’t be with any new expectations and aspirations than they’ve had in… Read More
White House Hopes Revived Space Command Is One Giant Leap Toward Proposed Space Force
President Trump and Vice President Pence are expected to formally reestablish the U.S. Space Command on Thursday. It’s not the Space Force they want, but they intend it as a step in that direction.
Surgeon General Sounds Alarm On Risk Of Marijuana Addiction And Harm
As more than 30 states have liberalized marijuana laws, the use and potency of the drug have increased. The surgeon general says there’s no safe amount of marijuana for adolescents and pregnant women.
Two More Wanted on Charges Related to Athens Co. Drug Ring in Custody
ATHENS, Ohio – Two wanted Athens County residents have been arrested on charges related to their alleged involvement in a local drug ring. Natalie Hoffman, 32, and George Cloud III, 34,… Read More
Preseason Power Rankings: FAC
Last year, the Hillsboro Indians came out and dominated on the Gridiron, finishing 9-1, with their only loss coming to the Jackson Ironmen. The Indians ended up sharing the conference… Read More
Preseason Power Rankings: TVC-Hocking
Soon the lights will turn on and the stands will be packed as teams return the gridiron. Here are some pre-season power rankings to see how will things will shake… Read More
Preseason Power Rankings: MVL
The MVL hasn’t had much parity in a while. The Tri-Valley Scotties have won at least part of the MVL each of the last eight years and the teams vying… Read More
Preseason Power Rankings: TVC-Ohio
When we last left off in the TVC-Ohio, the Athens Bulldogs had just captured the conference crown with a dominant showing over Nelsonville-York. Both of these teams have been fighting… Read More
DOJ: Comey Violated Policy On His Trump Memos — But Won’t Be Prosecuted
An inspector general investigation concluded that former FBI Director James Comey broke rules governing the handling of documents that described his now-famous exchanges with President Trump.
Supreme Court Says Nonprofit Must Pay Pension Liability
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – The Kentucky Supreme Court has ruled that a nonprofit mental health provider can’t use bankruptcy to escape its financial obligations to the state pension system. The… Read More
New Settlement Allows Inactive Voters In Ohio To Vote
Under this agreement between the ACLU of Ohio and Secretary of State Frank LaRose’s office, those voters who have recently been removed from the rolls will be able to vote… Read More
Mandolin Orange II 2019 Gladden House Sessions
Gladden House alumni Mandolin Orange brought their lush, haunted sounds back to the stage Saturday afternoon for a secret show featuring a showcase of emotionally rich songs from over the… Read More
University, Federal Agency Partner to Fight Opioid Crisis
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – A university in West Virginia will work with the investigative division of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to fight the opioid crisis. The Herald-Dispatch reports Sen…. Read More
Probe: Guards, Gang Members Smuggled Drugs Into Jail
CLEVELAND (AP) – Prosecutors say guards at the troubled county jail in Cleveland worked with gang members to sell drugs to inmates. State prosecutors on Wednesday charged two corrections officers… Read More
Duped In The Deli Aisle? ‘No Nitrates Added’ Labels Are Often Misleading
Consumer groups are urging the USDA to change labeling rules for processed meats. They argue that “uncured” and “no nitrates added” labels may falsely lead people to believe these meats are healthier.
W.Va. Lawsuit: School Official Harassed Trans Teen in Bathroom
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a West Virginia transgender male who said an assistant principal harassed him when he tried to use the… Read More
Kentucky Broadcaster Matt Jones Takes Step Toward Senate Run
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Prominent Kentucky broadcaster Matt Jones is planning to take a step toward running as a Democrat for the seat held by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell… Read More
Authorities: Man Dies After Falling From Cliff in Ohio Park
LOGAN, Ohio (AP) — Ohio’s Department of Natural Resources says an Ohio man has died in a fall off the edge of a cliff in Hocking Hills State Park. Department… Read More
Public meetings to be held on floodwall project for WVa city
MILTON, W.Va. (AP) — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is hosting two public information meetings on a floodwall planned for Milton, West Virginia. The Herald-Dispatch reports the first meeting will be… Read More
Federal Charges Accuse Man of Jewish Center Video Threat
CLEVELAND (AP) — Federal authorities are announcing charges against an Ohio man accused of threatening a Jewish community center in a video police say shows him shooting a rifle. Police… Read More
You’re not too old to open a business, says Kerry Hannon
If you’re thinking about starting a business — either now or off in a distant future – listen here. Dynamic career and personal finance expert Kerry Hannon is talking her… Read More